LOVE this lamp!  Searched the internet for quite some time for a 3 way bulb & hidden cord & finally found it here!  The tripod base is wooden- nice quality. The piece that holds the tripod together at the top is metal covered in a matching “wood look” material- but well matched.  The cord is dark ( black) & exits the bottom corner of one of the legs. The light emitted is incredible!  
Overall very pleased with this purchase!!